Thursday, December 30, 2010

Make your New Year's Plans in Lorain County-Indoors or Out


Staying local for New Year’s Eve? No plans yet? No worries—here are a few celebration spots for you to choose from in the area.

Grab some friends and bowl in the New Year with Rebman Recreation! Rent-a-Lane from 10am to 10pm at $20 per hour, minimum of 4 per lane with complimentary shoes or for $49.95 enjoy a large pizza and pitcher or pop for 2 hours. Perfect for groups or families.

Feast on fine food for NYE! Matus Winery invites you to New Year’s Eve Dinner by Rotuno’s and entertainment by Minor Adjustment at $40 per person. Dinner includes Prime Rib, Pork Loin, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Almondine, Shrimp Cocktail, Roll, & a Bottle of Wine. Reservations required, call or email to reserve your seat.

Skate in the New Year at Ghostly Manor Thrill Center & Skateworld in Sandusky! The family friendly New Year’s Eve Skate & Dance Party provides both general and VIP admission options for you including skate rental, party favors and more. Party from 8:00pm through the night. For more info, contact Skateworld at 419-625-0212. 

Start the party early at North Park Arena! Ice skating is open to the public from 1-3:30pm on New Year’s Eve Day. Just $4 for youth and $5 for adults. 

Get a head start on your 2011 workout plan with a morning hike at one of the Lorain County Metro Parks sites. Strenuous and moderate hikes offered on NYE morning at Columbia Reservation and Schoepfle Garden. For more info, check out the LCMP website.

Looking for a mini-getaway for you and your sweetie to celebrate? Two local inns have you covered!

Stay at the Inn of Elyria for their New Year’s Eve Party featuring an All-You-Can-Eat Prime Rib Buffet, DJ, and New Year’s Day breakfast. Call 800-321-7333 for reservations. Cost is $219 (+tax) per couple.

Don your party hats at the Oberlin Inn New Year's Eve Gala 2010. Enjoy elegant Four Course Candlelight Dining, Open Bar 7:30-1:00am, Party Favors, Midnight Champagne Toast, Dancing and Entertainment by Elegant Entertainment.  Tastefully appointed guestroom and sumptuous New Year's Day Brunch.  Only $249 per couple (plus tax & gratuity). Call 440-775-1111 for reservations.

Whether you’re clinking glasses with friends or nestling by a fire with the one you love, bid 2010 farewell and welcome 2011 with anticipation for the coming year!